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The information below is for our Constructive 2024 programme. Keep an eye out for information about Constructive 2025.

REGISTRATION OPENS

CONSTRUCTIVE FORUM WELCOME & OPENING

• Mihi Whakatau 
• Constructive forum welcome and opening from our MC, Jehan Casinader and RMBA CEO, Ankit Sharma 

STATE OF THE SECTOR – OUR ANNUAL STOCKTAKE OF THE SECTOR  

Our annual stocktake of commercial and residential builders as well as homeowners provides an overview of the issues facing our sector. We delve into the concerns of homeowners, the issues impacting the sector, and what sector leaders are doing to emerge stronger. This session includes a panel discussion, led by RMBA CEO, Ankit Sharma. 

WHAT IS FUELLING HOUSING AFFORDABILITY AND WHAT CAN WE DO DIFFERENTLY?

There are many factors impacting affordability of what we build, including development fees, and infrastructure costs. How can we move to a system where we consider whole of life costs of building. Affordability is a complex issue which needs a more joined up an approach, our panellists provide insights and practical solutions.

• Dominic Foote, CEO, New Zealand Housing Foundation 
• Poul Israelson, Technical Director, Harrison Grierson
• Jennifer Taylor, Business Director, Bright Build 

MORNING TEA 

USING DATA AND INSIGHTS TO ADDRESS OUR BIGGEST ISSUES 

We hear from BRANZ regarding the key programmes coming up in the next 6 months that you should be aware of. 

• Clare Falck, CEO, BRANZ

BREAKOUT SESSIONS
Attendees can choose to attend one of the following breakout sessions. 

SESSION ONE
GOOD CONTRACTING AND PRE-CONSTRUCTION
Procurement and risk allocation are some of the most pronounced issues facing the commercial construction sector today. This practical session looks at what makes good practice, and how contractors and the wider sector can improve value for money and productivity. 

• Mark Holland, Hazelton Law
  

SESSION TWO
GETTING OUR HEADS AROUND EMPLOYMENT LAW 
The coalition Government has announced a number of changes to New Zealand’s employment laws since being elected late last year. Among other changes, there’s the reinstatement of 90-day trials, Holiday Act reform and ongoing Health and Safety consultation – which might feel like a lot happening at once. This practical session will give you the opportunity to ask questions and wrap your head around the fast-moving legal landscape.

• Michael Leggat, Barrister and Solicitor 

LUNCH

MINISTERIAL ADDRESS

Ministerial Address from Hon. Chris Penk, Minister for Building and Construction, Minister for Land Information, Minister for Veterans, Associate Minister of Defence and Associate Minister of Immigration. This session will have time for Q&A. 

FUTURE TRENDS IMPACTING CONSTRUCTION
KEY NOTE SPEAKER BROUGHT TO YOU BY MITRE 10 TRADE

In this fast-paced & research-rich keynote presentation, 10-time bestselling author and trend forecaster Michael McQueen will explore:

• The key technological trends will shape the coming 5 years for the construction sector with a specific focus on generative AI and its transformational potential for building design and functionality
• How evolving consumer and societal expectations around sustainability will redefine the competitive landscape 
• The defining attitudes, habits and expectations of Gen Z and how to meaningfully engage next-generation customers, apprentices and employees
• A blueprint for innovation and staying at the cutting edge in fast-moving times

AFTERNOON TEA

BUILDING SECTOR INNOVATION IN NEW ZEALAND 

We discuss how to innovate in the building sector. Our keynote speaker will facilitate a conversation with key innovators who are doing things differently in New Zealand today. What we were the challenges – what would they do differently, and what have been the rewards. 

Panel discussion with:

• Michael McQueen, keynote speaker 
• Nick Lane, Commercial Captain, Qorox 3D
• Jane Henley, Innovation Partner, Aurecon 
• Tony Johnson, Director, Wood Engineering Technologies

END OF DAY 1 

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